Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in blended learning technology have enabled students in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to struggle with today because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more prolific there is a necessity to better understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive the outcomes of these compelling new open education undertakings. Everyone wants to understand how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this crescive need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This interesting new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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